Sometimes mixing old and new technology creates something nostalgic, and that's the case with a new invention called the Pokia. Well, calling it an invention may not be the best choice of words. A Pokia is an old style phone handset which is wired to a modern mobile phone. Pokias can come in many different styles since the Pokia's inventor, Nicholas Roope, can take any old-fashioned handset and turn it into a “hands-free” device. Just envision a person walking down the sidewalk talking into an old-fashioned handset whose cord disappears into his or her inner pocket–that's a Pokia. Perhaps Roope could turn a shoe into a handset in tribute to the phone found in the classic “Get Smart” television series. It's truly amazing how if you use something old in a new way it can become trendy. Read more on the Pokia from Reuters and PC Magazine, and see a picture of one model for sale on eBay.

USER COMMENTS 51 comment(s)

Seriously, I was wanting one of these this week(11:34am EST Fri Jul 30 2004)Some days, I don't want to deal with a headset but want to keep the radiation away from me. I often long for a standard handset (or a land line).I'm very happy. very… happy…- by Kev, a Swing Dancer

What part of …(1:22pm EST Fri Jul 30 2004)…hands free does that fit into??? That looks like the one i use in my house, with my hand. - by Alexander Gram Nokia

Yeah….(4:47pm EST Fri Jul 30 2004)Well, this would be cool if you'd reported it last month when everyone else did. :) - by Nya

How a Banana [Cell Phone Headset] Saved a Company(6:21pm EST Fri Jul 30 2004)From last year Business 2.0 article:How a Banana Saved a CompanyJapanese toymaker Takara was almost bankrupt. Then it made a bold bet on a piece of fruit — and its employees' passion.- by Silly phone=business